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Making Defendants Blink

by Margaret Pierce

Pribanic & Pribanic’s diligent trial preparation makes all the difference, both in and out of court.

How You Can Avoid a Civil Suit (And Why You Want To)

by Ryan B. Bormaster

You don't need to go to court to handle a civil suit. Find out your alternative options.

Seeking Help from a Dog Bite Attorney

by Sophia Wright

When is the dog's owner responsible for your injury, and what might that win you in court?

Social Media and Other Innovations Are Jarring the Judiciary

by Michelle V. Rafter

Judge Shira A. Scheindlin means it when she says social media is “totally disrupting the court system.”

Pennsylvania’s Legal Life in 2021

by Megan Edmonds

The top players in the legal community in Pennsylvania have done their part to help stop the spread of COVID-19 by pivoting to remote arrangements and embracing new technologies. We asked three of our Best Lawyers recognized attorneys for their perspective of Pennsylvania’s legal life in 2021.

The Advantages of Collaborative Divorce for Families

by Best Lawyers

Collaborative divorce is a cooperative alternative to a possibly contentious, court-focused divorce process. Learn more about collaborative divorce here.

How Visual Advocacy Can Strengthen Your Client's Injury Claim

by Justin Smulison

Oatley Vigmond brings their strength in storytelling and visual advocacy to court, effectively trying injury cases and finding success for clients

Bizarre Murdaugh Case Spotlights State-Based System for Regulating Lawyers

by John Ettorre

The drama surrounding the Murdaugh family case out of a small-town South Carolina court spotlights the need for better system regulations.

Your Fault or My Fault, It All Goes Through No-Fault

by Michael L. Taub

The No-Fault System, which helps victims receive payment for accident-related medical bills, does not always regard minor accidents on court dockets.

Patent (Win) Pending

by Morgan Chu and Rebecca Carson

In every court proceeding, patent litigation included, there will be a winner and a loser. Everyone wants to win, but half lose. Why?

Panitch Schwarze to Remain as Litigation Counsel for Patent Owner

by Rose Strong

Fred A. Tecce and Dennis J. Butler continue to represent children’s furniture company in patent infringement case in federal court in District of Delaware

Maxwell Verdict Shines Light on Human Trafficking Claims

by Justin Smulison

The Ghislaine Maxwell verdict brought the spotlight down on the insidious and ever-growing problem of global human trafficking, with more cases emerging in court.

What's Wrong with WhatsApp?

by Matthew Critchley

A court in Brazil temporarily blocked access to WhatsApp on the basis that its owner had shown “total disrespect for Brazilian laws." What happens now?

The Evolving Reproductive Landscape

by Justin Smulison

The Supreme Court’s thunderclap Dobbs decision sent abortion policy nationwide into utterly unfamiliar terrain. The ruling also has a colossal effect on surrogates, intended parents and anyone involved in family planning given the patchwork of state laws likely to emerge. What’s a family law attorney to do?

Accommodation Reigns

by Kara E. Shea and J. Lott Warren

A recent 6th Circuit Court decision could have big implications for employers who don’t follow reasonable-accommodation standards within disability and medical-leave law to the letter.

Eighth Circuit Methodically Rejects Plaintiff’s Allegations of Pretext in Age Discrimination Case

by Andrew E. Tanick

On March 1, 2017, the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals issued an important decision affirming summary judgment in an age discrimination claim under the Minnesota Human Rights Act.